Construction Accountant

CFS; Annapolis (MD); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

CFS in Annapolis, MD is seeking a Construction Accountant to join our corporate accounting team. The role focuses on project accounting, job cost analysis, and financial reporting support in a fast-paced construction environment.

You'll work closely with project managers and operations to ensure accuracy and provide insights on project performance. The position offers an in-office setting with potential hybrid flexibility as the role evolves.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain job cost reports and project accounting schedules.
• Analyze project costs, budgets, commitments, and change orders.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Monitor project profitability and work-in-progress reporting.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Partner with operations teams to review project performance and cost trends.
• Assist with audits and financial reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting and reporting processes.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Independence

Job cost accounting

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage

Procore

Job description

Annapolis, MD Salary: Up to $85,000 In-Office Position | Potential Hybrid Flexibility in the Future

Join a Growing Mid-Atlantic Industry Leader

A well-established and rapidly growing construction and building materials organization is seeking a Construction Accountant to join its corporate accounting team in Annapolis, Maryland.

With decades of success throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, this company supports major commercial, residential, infrastructure, and development projects. Known for its strong culture, financial stability, and continued growth through strategic expansion, the organization offers employees the opportunity to build long‑term careers while making a meaningful impact on the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment and partnering closely with operations to support project success.

Position Overview

The Construction Accountant will be responsible for project accounting, job cost analysis, account reconciliations, month‑end close activities, and financial reporting support. This role will work closely with project managers and operational leaders to ensure financial accuracy and provide meaningful insight into project performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain job cost reports and project accounting schedules
• Analyze project costs, budgets, commitments, and change orders
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close processes
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
• Monitor project profitability and work‑in‑progress reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Partner with operations teams to review project performance and cost trends
• Assist with audits and financial reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting and reporting processes

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred

• Construction, project‑based, manufacturing, or job‑cost accounting experience
• Experience with Sage
• Experience with Procore
• Familiarity with work‑in‑progress (WIP) schedules and project accounting

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary up to $85,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Stable and growing organization with strong leadership
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative and team‑oriented culture
• In‑office environment with potential hybrid flexibility as the role evolves

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This organization has built a reputation as a market leader through operational excellence, strategic growth, and a commitment to its employees. The accounting team plays a highly visible role in supporting business decisions and driving project success. If you're looking for a position that offers stability, professional growth, and exposure to a dynamic construction environment, we'd love to hear from you.